FAQs

Here are some of the questions we get asked most often. Please use our Contact page to send us any questions about fishing or visiting St. Lawrence County that we haven't answered for you!

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Where can I buy a New York Fishing or Hunting License?

DECALS (Department of Environmental Conservation’s Automated Licensing System) is an easy online way to obtain Fishing, Trapping and Hunting Licenses. You can also purchase them at the offices of town and county clerks throughout New York State, and at many sporting goods stores, and bait and tackle shops.

I’m planning a fishing trip to St. Lawrence County. What are my options for lodging?

St. Lawrence County is about the same size as the state of Delaware, so it really depends on where you plan to fish. There are lots of options around the County, including national hotel chains, Bed & Breakfasts, camping, motels that cater specifically to those that come to fish – even a castle located on one of the 1000 Islands. Click here for Lodging and Travel options to find the one that’s right for you.

How can I help protect this great fishery?

Anglers are encouraged to release ALL Muskellunge taken from St. Lawrence County waters. For other species, anglers are encouraged to practice selective harvest. This practice calls upon anglers to release the larger fish of any species and to keep smaller ones for eating.

Catch & Release, Selective Harvest:

Avoid over fighting the fish so that it becomes stressed.
If possible, unhook the fish in the water.
Carry needle nose pliers and other unhooking tools to facilitate getting the hook out.
If a photo is to be taken, have the camera ready before removing the fish from the water.
Hold the fish by its tail, and support the midsection with the other hand until the fish swims off on its own.